Harrisburg, PA → Bridgeport, CT · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Harrisburg to Bridgeport

About 240 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,590–$3,860, delivery in 1–2 days, 251 carriers on the Harrisburg side and 447 in Bridgeport.

240 miroad distance
4 h 50 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,590–$3,8602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
To: Bridgeport, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 240 miles (203 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 50 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 251 (179 interstate)
Movers at destination: 447 (230 interstate)

Reverse: Bridgeport → Harrisburg

The route from Harrisburg, PA to Bridgeport, CT covers roughly 240 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $2,590 to $3,860 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 50 min.

On the Harrisburg side there are 251 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (179 of them authorized for interstate work), and 447 around Bridgeport (230 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Bridgeport.

Harrisburg has a population of about 50,000 and Bridgeport about 152,273. Bridgeport is the denser city (9,233 people per square mile versus 6,171 in Harrisburg), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Connecticut is a higher-cost state than Pennsylvania, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Harrisburg to Bridgeport

Full-service estimate for 240 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,300	$1,590	$1,940
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,550	$1,900	$2,310
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,590	$3,160	$3,860
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,150	$5,060	$6,170
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,700	$6,950	$8,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$400–$560

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,230–$1,820

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$2,590–$3,860

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Harrisburg (origin)

Napa Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 446997
MC: 242988
Based in: Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 405 trucks, 365 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (717) 920-9840 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Central Pennsylvania

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 338861
MC: 1099728
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17109 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (717) 561-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wright Xpress LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3153461
MC: 106240
Based in: New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (717) 932-7874 Route Verify on FMCSA

Edo'S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1327266
MC: 512911
Based in: Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (717) 761-1349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1859053
MC: 672664
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (717) 564-1835 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buk Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bukhara USA Company

USDOT: 4125068
MC: 1578434
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17103 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (878) 978-3268 Route Verify on FMCSA

Geo W Weaver & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 10676
MC: 1635833
Based in: New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (717) 774-7835 Route Verify on FMCSA

H&s Towing Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 836405
MC: 123813
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (717) 657-9941 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 251 movers in Harrisburg

Near Bridgeport (destination)

Werner Final Mile

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: New England Home Delivery Service LLC

USDOT: 1452227
MC: 575560
Based in: Monroe, CT 06468 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 145 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (203) 820-3955 Route Verify on FMCSA

Meyer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: William B Meyerinc

USDOT: 17847
MC: 108194
Based in: Stratford, CT 06615 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 99 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 383-6286 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ccc Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3438792
MC: 1116274
Based in: Bridgeport, CT 06604 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 31 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (860) 839-3389 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Degrand & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 272172
MC: 15100
Based in: West Haven, CT 06516 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (203) 933-7725 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Connecticut LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 721238
MC: 331210
Based in: Stratford, CT 06615 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (203) 388-0094 Route Verify on FMCSA

Derosier Storage Company The

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 23809
MC: 73502
Based in: Stratford, CT 06615 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 378-0461 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amd Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4280598
MC: 1663909
Based in: Ansonia, CT 06401 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (203) 892-9937 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mpas Moving Connecticut LLC

USDOT: 3086533
MC: 23808
Based in: Norwalk, CT 06854 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (203) 831-9300 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 447 movers in Bridgeport

Tips for this move

Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Harrisburg–Bridgeport corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Harrisburg to Bridgeport?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,300 to $1,940 for a studio, $1,550 to $2,310 for a one-bedroom, $2,590 to $3,860 for a two-bedroom, $4,150 to $6,170 for a three-bedroom and $5,700 to $8,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bridgeport from Harrisburg?

About 240 road miles (203 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 50 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Pennsylvania into Connecticut makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Harrisburg to Bridgeport?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $400 to $560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,230 to $1,820. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Harrisburg–Bridgeport corridor.